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March 1, 2011
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I have an opportunity to purchase a pair of M71’s from a long time friend.
The early one is S/N 2678 and has been refurbished by a Portland Gunsmith at some point. It has a receiver sight mounted and has checkered wood
The later one is S/N 14507 and is in original condition with a bolt peep sight.
Basically looking for opinions on value for these two? I realize putting a price on the refurb will be more difficult, but I am sure some of you have encounter this and may be able to provide some insight.
Thanks in advance,
Tom Graham
September 22, 2011
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Here’s one that was refinished.
March 1, 2011
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mrcvs said
Here’s one that was refinished.
Thanks Ian,
If I am correct S/N 2678 would be 1936 production and S/N 14507 would be 1938 production
Obviously would not want to get into the refurb too deep, but it appears to be nicely done.
Tom Graham
April 15, 2005
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THREEDFLYER said
mrcvs said
Here’s one that was refinished.
Thanks Ian,
If I am correct S/N 2678 would be 1936 production and S/N 14507 would be 1938 production
Obviously would not want to get into the refurb too deep, but it appears to be nicely done.
August 1936, and December 1937.
S/N 2678 has been reblued, the No. 98A bolt-peep removed, the receiver frame drilled & tapped for the Redfield receiver sight, and the sling studs are aftermarket items. Quite frankly, it is at best a $1,000 “shooter” grade rifle.
S/N 14507 is a Standard rifle (long tang), in reasonably decent condition. The value is approximately $2,400.
Bert
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March 1, 2011
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Bert H. said
THREEDFLYER said
mrcvs said
Here’s one that was refinished.
Thanks Ian,
If I am correct S/N 2678 would be 1936 production and S/N 14507 would be 1938 production
Obviously would not want to get into the refurb too deep, but it appears to be nicely done.
August 1936, and December 1937.
S/N 2678 has been reblued, the No. 98A bolt-peep removed, the receiver frame drilled & tapped for the Redfield receiver sight, and the sling studs are aftermarket items. Quite frankly, it is at best a $1,000 “shooter” grade rifle.
S/N 14507 is a Standard rifle (long tang), in reasonably decent condition. The value is approximately $2,400.
Bert
Thank you Bert, I appreciate the dates of production that you provided and the valuation estimate.
I have not handled either of these in person and honestly did not notice that the bolt peep sight had been removed until you pointed it out.
Tom Graham
April 15, 2005
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THREEDFLYER said
Bert H. said
THREEDFLYER said
mrcvs said
Here’s one that was refinished.
Thanks Ian,
If I am correct S/N 2678 would be 1936 production and S/N 14507 would be 1938 production
Obviously would not want to get into the refurb too deep, but it appears to be nicely done.
August 1936, and December 1937.
S/N 2678 has been reblued, the No. 98A bolt-peep removed, the receiver frame drilled & tapped for the Redfield receiver sight, and the sling studs are aftermarket items. Quite frankly, it is at best a $1,000 “shooter” grade rifle.
S/N 14507 is a Standard rifle (long tang), in reasonably decent condition. The value is approximately $2,400.
Bert
Thank you Bert, I appreciate the dates of production that you provided and the valuation estimate.
I have not handled either of these in person and honestly did not notice that the bolt peep sight had been removed until you pointed it out.
The fact that I have looked at and handled several thousand Model 71 rifles in the past 25-years helps…
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
